Grammy Winner Bill Cunliffe: Nat King Cole Reimagined (Sat 9/19 - 8pm)
Sat, Sep 19
|Meyhouse Jazz Palo Alto Stage
GRAMMY Award–winning pianist Bill Cunliffe leads The Acid Cole Trio, a modern, swinging reimagining of the Nat King Cole Trio tradition. Featuring guitarist Larry Koonse and bassist Darek Oles, this powerhouse group delivers classic swing with a contemporary edge—elegant, soulful, and irresistible.
Time & Location
Sep 19, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Meyhouse Jazz Palo Alto Stage, 640 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94301, USA
About the event
Doors open: 8:00 PM
Show: 8:30 PM Meyhouse Jazz proudly presents The Acid Cole Trio, a brilliant modern take on the legendary Nat King Cole Trio format—led by GRAMMY Award–winning pianist Bill Cunliffe and featuring two of today’s most respected jazz musicians: Larry Koonse on guitar and Darek Oles on bass.
This is a trio that swings hard while thinking forward. Rooted in the elegance, clarity, and groove of the Nat Cole Trio, The Acid Cole Trio brings a contemporary sensibility to the tradition—fresh harmonies, modern rhythms, and fearless improvisation—without losing the soul that made the original format timeless.
The Band:
Bill Cunliffe – Piano
A GRAMMY-winning arranger and Thelonious Monk International Piano Competition winner, Cunliffe is known for his deep swing, refined touch, and inventive harmonic voice.
Tickets
Early Bird General Admission
Limited quantity tickets for customers who buy early
$45.00
+$1.13 ticket service fee
General Admission
General Admission ticket. Includes performance. Full menu is available to order for dining.
$52.00
+$1.30 ticket service fee
Total
$0.00